Autistic Burnout

A History of Autism

Parenting using co-regulation.

While PDA is widely considered a profile of autism, it is distinct in its extreme resistance to everyday demands and expectations, driven by high levels of anxiety and a fundamental need for autonomy. Supporting PDA children requires a tailored approach that prioritizes understanding, flexibility, and collaboration.

Exploring Interoception and Alexithymia in autistic individuals.

Monotropism

ADHD and autism are two different neurodevelopmental conditions, but they share some similarities and often occur together in the same person. If you or someone you know is both ADHD and autistic, you might have noticed that these conditions can sometimes feel like they’re working against each other—and other times, like they’re balancing each other out. In this post, we’ll explore what makes ADHD and autism different, how they overlap, and what life might feel like for someone navigating the world with both ADHD and autism.

If your child is having issues with focus, motivation, impulsivity, or hyperactivity, you might be wondering if they have ADHD and what your options are. Your child’s school is a great place to start.

This blog post will discuss specific symptoms of ADHD, how to seek out an ADHD evaluation for your child, and what these evaluations look like.

This third and final post of this series will cover the difference between school and clinical evaluations when considering ADHD, and how to best treat and support a child with ADHD.